FAQ'S
WHAT IS MY HAUTE?
My Haute is a family-owned business based in Auckland, New Zealand, providing you with the finest selection of authentic pre-loved designer bags and accessories from your most coveted design houses. We also provide a range of designer related services; including spa treatments, consignment, as well as an online and in-house authentication & valuation service. We are the chosen Authenticator of New Zealand and Australia's #1 pre-loved designer fashion marketplace 'Designer Wardrobe' when they require authentication of a luxury piece listed on their site. We also work with insurance companies on claims, new policies and policy updates and work with leading resellers and auction houses, including time-honoured Webb's. We are recognised by the New Zealand Judicial System as an expert in Designer Handbags & Accessories, can provide documentation and guidance in the instance where a replica item has been purchased and also assist with the New Zealand police in obtaining a refund where a non-authentic item has been purchased.
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WHAT DOES 'HAUTE' MEAN?
Haute translated literally from French means 'high' and is understood to be elevated, upper or fashionably elegant.
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HOW IS 'HAUTE' PRONOUNCED?
The 'H' is silent, the word as a whole is pronounced much like 'Oat'.
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ARE PRODUCTS SOLD ON THE SITE AUTHENTIC?
Yes. We value the fine craftsmanship and long history of genuine luxury and as collectors ourselves, authenticity is of the utmost importance to us. Every piece we have listed is guaranteed to be 100% authentic designer, has been subjected to an extensive authentication process and comes with our My Haute Carte d'Authenticité. A signed Certificate of Authenticity is available on request, please let us know via the comments section when you place your order if you would like this to be included, or contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz.
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WHAT IS THE 'MY HAUTE CARTE D'AUTHENTICITÉ' AND ARE ORIGINAL RECEIPTS AND ACCESSORIES INCLUDED?
Our My Haute Carte d'Authenticité is our individualised and serialised authenticity card that comes with all of our bags and accessories, guaranteeing your purchase from us is 100% authentic. We always list and photograph any accessories that are included with an item in detail. Where accessories such as a dust bag or original purchase receipt are included, you will find mention of this and be able to see these in the accompanying photos.
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WHERE CAN I PURCHASE YOUR ITEMS AND WHERE CAN I FOLLOW YOU?
We are based in Auckland, New Zealand and we are currently online only, for New Zealand customers, you can purchase from us on this site and you can also find us at 'Trade Me' under the username 'myhaute'. For international purchases, please contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz for a shipping quote. We are also always happy for a purchase from us to be collected in person from our Auckland Central City location, where we have secure parking available. If you would like to do so, please select the 'Click & Collect' option at check-out and contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz to arrange a convenient time for you to collect. You can follow us on social media at Facebook under the username @myhaute, if you are aware that My Haute is advertised anywhere else, then this is not one of our official accounts and we ask that you please contact us immediately at shop@myhaute.co.nz.
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DO YOU OFFER GIFT-WRAPPING?
Every purchase made from us is gift-wrapped in white acid-free tissue paper and is tied with our personalised ribbon and/or sticker. If you are purchasing a piece as a gift and would like a personalised message included with your gift, you can leave us a note with your message in the comments section when placing your order, or contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz.
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WHERE DO YOU SHIP TO AND DO YOU ALLOW COLLECTION?
We are based in New Zealand and we currently offer shipping to New Zealand only, however if you live outside of New Zealand and wish to make a purchase, please contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz and we can provide you with a shipping quote. We are online only, however we are always happy for a purchase from us to be collected by arrangement, please select the 'Click & Collect' option at check-out and contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz to arrange a convenient time for you to collect from our Auckland Central City location, where we also have secure parking available. Click & Collect is free of charge.
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WHAT ARE YOUR SHIPPING CHARGES?
Please click here to view our shipping charges and full details regarding shipping.
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WHAT CURRENCY DO YOU USE AND WHAT PAYMENT OPTIONS DO YOU OFFER?
All prices on the site are displayed in New Zealand dollars. We have temporarily halted credit card payments due to an increase in fraudulent orders and currently accept NZ bank account payments only, or cash payment for collection orders. Please select the 'Bank Deposit' option at checkout. For full details on payments, please click here.
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DO YOU ALLOW LAY-BY?
We offer the option of lay-by for customers with a New Zealand bank account. A non-refundable 10% deposit is required upon completion of checkout. The remaining balance is due over a maximum period of 6 weeks in either weekly or fortnightly instalments. Please select the 'Bank Deposit' option at checkout and please add a note in the comments section that you wish to lay-by and we will be in touch to confirm your lay-by. If you require greater flexility with your lay-by, please contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz prior to placing your order.
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WHAT IS YOUR RETURNS AND REFUNDS POLICY?
We hope you are pleased with your purchase from us but should you wish to return it, please click here for full details on our returns and refunds policy.
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DO YOU OFFER AN AUTHENTICATION/VALUATION SERVICE?
We provide an authentication service to give extra assurance when buying or selling your pre-loved designer handbag or accessory, we also offer authentication and valuation for insurance and selling purposes. For full details on these services, please click here.
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HOW CAN I TAKE CARE OF MY DESIGNER PIECE?
Your Designer piece is fashioned from the finest materials available, bearing a signature that is a synonym of quality and excellence worldwide and that combines the most advanced technologies with the exacting skill and passion of traditional craftsmanship. With a little care and pampering, you and others will enjoy these designer pieces for many years to come. For detailed instructions on how to best take care of your designer piece, as well as a selection of general care products that we personally use and recommend, please click here.
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HOW DO I SEND ENQUIRIES TO THE MY HAUTE TEAM?
Please contact us at shop@myhaute.co.nz.
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WHAT ARE THE T&C'S?
For our full Terms & Conditions, please click here.
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WHERE IS THE PRIVACY POLICY?
For our Privacy Policy, please click here.